Activities Coordinator

AgeWell Senior Living; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

AgeWell Senior Living in Saint Petersburg, FL, seeks a Full-time Salus Lifestyle Coordinator (Activities Assistant) to create engaging programs for residents in our senior living community. You will help plan life enrichment activities that promote social connection and well-being, in a supportive team.

The role emphasizes compassionate service, creativity, and strong communication as you support daily activities, events, and outings while respecting resident dignity and choice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in senior living, recreation, or related field preferred.
• Friendly, outgoing, and compassionate personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and leading activities for residents.
• Support the Salus/Life Enrichment program by encouraging participation.
• Help create a warm, welcoming environment for residents.
• Set up, clean up, and prepare materials for daily activities and events.
• Assist residents with participation in group programs, outings, games, crafts, music, and other enrichment opportunities.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and team members.
• Help document resident participation and feedback as needed.
• Support holiday celebrations, themed events, and community programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day. Bring Joy. Build Connections.

Are you a creative, energetic, and compassionate individual who enjoys working with seniors? We are seeking a dedicated Full-time Activities Assistant (Salus Lifestyles Coordinator) to join our team and help create meaningful, engaging experiences for residents in our Assisted Living community.

As the Activities Assistant, you will support the planning and implementation of life enrichment programs that promote social connection, independence, and overall well-being. This is a wonderful opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of older adults while working in a rewarding team environment.

What You'll Do

• Assist with planning, organizing, and leading engaging activities and events for residents
• Support the Salus/Life Enrichment program by encouraging participation and resident involvement
• Help create a warm, welcoming, and fun environment for residents
• Set up, clean up, and prepare materials for daily activities and special events
• Assist residents with participation in group programs, outings, games, crafts, music, and other enrichment opportunities
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and team members
• Help document resident participation and feedback as needed
• Support holiday celebrations, themed events, and community-wide programs
• Promote resident choice, dignity, and a person-centered approach to engagement

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous experience in senior living, activities, recreation, customer service, or a related field preferred
• A friendly, outgoing, and compassionate personality
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Creativity, enthusiasm, and a genuine interest in working with older adults
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to work part-time hours, including some weekends or holidays as needed
• Reliable, organized, and able to adapt to changing resident needs

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation
• Part-time schedule with a supportive team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors
• Training and growth opportunities
• Rewarding work where every day brings new connections and experiences
• Supportive leadership team that values compassion and service

Join a team where compassion, excellence, and service come together.

Addington Place at College Harbor, an AgeWell Solvere Living managed community is a senior living campus (AL, IL, SNF) in beautiful Saint Petersburg, Florida.

As a certified Great Place to Work for 9 years in a row, we proudly offer eligible team members:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan and paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

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Job Summary

Salus Lifestyle Coordinator (Activities Assistant) is responsible to assist the Salus Lifestyle Coach with providing a diversified program of individual and group activities that will enable each Resident to engage in cultural, spiritual, physical, political, social and intellectual activities within the Community, in order to sustain and promote each Resident’s potential and sense of usefulness to self and others.

Education And Experience

• Experienced in activity planning, preferably with seniors,
• Experienced and interested in working with seniors.
• Possesses creative activity skills.
• Demonstrates organizational skills.
• Mature, pleasant, friendly, and cheerful personality.
• Driver Requirements: State driver license required with clean driving record and will have completed all HR policies and procedures for Community driver.

Essential Functions

• Provides outstanding service to all Residents, family members, responsible persons, and visitors of Residents.
• Facilitates socialization among Residents.
• Invites and/or reminds Residents to participate in planned activities.
• Works with other Program Associates to coordinate joint programs.
• Conducts/leads majority of programs.
• Is flexible in work schedule to accommodate special events and evening/weekend programs.
• Trains, supports, and instructs volunteers to assist with activities as needed.
• Plans, coordinates, and helps implement decorations for special events, seasons, and holidays.
• Coordinates family functions and events.
• Plans weekly excursions.
• Identifies to Salus Lifestyle Coach needed supplies for planned activities.
• Assists with transportation for activity outings and regularly scheduled group trips.
• Drives the company vehicle for Resident activities and appointments when needed, if certified and approved to do so.
• Carries out other duties as assigned by Salus Lifestyle Coach to ensure smooth operation of the program and to meet Resident needs

Compliance And Safety

• Follows all emergency procedures
• Understands safety policies and procedures.

Communication

• Communicates effectively with Salus Lifestyle Coach and other Community staff.
• Immediately advises Salus Lifestyle Coach and Resident Care Director of any changes in physical and mental health of any Resident
• Promotes the Community in a positive manner and effectively communicates Community values to Residents, families, and Associates
• May have their picture taken and image used in social media or community advertising.
• May be video recorded from devices installed by families in residents' apartments.